2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
